Compliance Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of utility locating experience.
• Ability to locate all utility types, with expertise in locating multiple utilities such as electric, telecommunications, water, sewer, and gas.
• Strong understanding of utility-locating principles, techniques, and equipment.
• Proficiency in reading utility maps.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to present professionally and foster a learning environment, including responding to questions from groups of trainees, managers, and employees.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail, with a strong focus on accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to maintain a consistent teamwork mentality.
• Knowledge and understanding of Northern Lights policies.
• Willingness to travel 75% or more for field audits, training sessions, and meetings.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol screen.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain DOT physical certification.
• Self-motivated, able to learn quickly, team-oriented, and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training for incoming employees on company-standard locating materials and procedures.
• Conduct classroom and field training for new hires and existing staff on best practices, safety protocols, and proper use of locating equipment.
• Stay current on industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to keep training programs up to date.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentorship to utility locators.
• Perform regular field audits to assess the accuracy and quality of utility locating work.
• Evaluate locators’ adherence to safety standards, equipment-use requirements, company policies, and procedures.
• Document audit findings, prepare detailed reports, and provide feedback to locators and management.
• Develop corrective action plans and follow up on their implementation.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions, certifications, and audit results.
• Prepare and present reports on training effectiveness, audit findings, and overall compliance.
• Collaborate with management to analyze data and identify trends or areas for improvement.
• Promote a culture of safety and emphasize safe locating practices in training programs.
• Monitor federal, state, and local utility-locating regulations and ensure training and auditing processes comply.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on utility-locating safety protocols and provide guidance to the team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.